New Maningrida Police Complex To Boost Community Safety
The Finocchiaro CLP Government is taking decisive action to strengthen community safety and support frontline policing, awarding the tender to build a modern, fit-for-purpose Police Complex in Maningrida.
Chief Minister and Minister for Police Lia Finocchiaro said the investment is part of the government’s broader commitment to deliver the infrastructure and resources needed to keep Territorians safe, regardless of where they live.
“In our year of action, certainty and security this is a significant project for Maningrida and the safety of the region,” Mrs Finocchiaro said.
“We have the best police in the country, and my government backs them.
“Investing in remote police stations ensures officers are supported and equipped to serve.
“This new complex will expand local policing capacity from 10 to 14 officers, enabling police to respond more effectively to community needs, strengthen crime prevention and community engagement,” she said.
Maningrida, one of the Northern Territory’s largest Aboriginal communities, is home to around 2,500 residents, and strong growth expected in the coming years.
The new site has been chosen for its accessibility, operational capability, and room for future expansion.
The new Maningrida Police Complex will include:
Station facilities for up to 14 officersA multi-purpose area and courthouseFive holding cellsEight-member visiting officer quartersA secure vehicle compoundBoat shed and fuel storageDog kennelsHousing options for officers
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro said the project is part of CLP Government’s record $1.5 billion law and order budget across police, corrections and courts, with $270.9 million going into important infrastructure upgrades.
Major projects underway include $143.5 million to upgrade remote police infrastructure and housing, $69.6 million for the Corrections Infrastructure Masterplan, and $6.6 million to improve the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre.
“These investments ensure our police have the facilities they need to do their jobs safely and effectively right across the Territory,” Mrs Finocchiaro said.
The Maningrida Police Complex is jointly funded by the Australian and Northern Territory governments and will be delivered by the NT Government.
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